Grammar

The rules of grammar define how to speak and write clearly. Most of these rules are logical. Some may not seem as logical as others, but, on the whole, following the rules of grammar helps your writing to be consistent and understandable.

Spoken language often is not as precise as written language. Keep this in mind when you are writing, but don't feel compelled to embellish your letter with forceful strokes of the pen. If you get the basics correct and write with clarity and precision foremost in your mind, you will most likely produce correctly written English.